Media Server optimizes video project bandwidth usage.
Press Release Summary:
Supporting bandwidth-conserving features such as MPEG-4/h.264 video compression, file-based workflows, and DVB-S2 satellite demodulation, iPump® 562 media server facilitates creation of customized HD and SD video channels for multi-site enterprise video projects. Areas of use include digital signage, corporate communications, and education applications.
Original Press Release:
WEGENER to Launch New iPump Media Server at NAB 2008
Advanced Addressable Media Server to Support Multi-Site Enterprise Video Projects
DULUTH, Ga., March 31 -- Wegener Corporation (NASDAQ:WGNR), a leading provider of equipment for television, audio and data distribution networks worldwide, today announced that the new WEGENER iPump(R) 562 media server will be officially launched at the National Association of Broadcasters 2008 Convention (Booth #SU7911) April 14-17, 2008, in Las Vegas.
Ideal for digital signage, corporate communications and education applications, WEGENER's new iPump 562 media server supports bandwidth-saving features, such as MPEG-4/h.264 video compression, file-based workflows and DVB-S2 satellite demodulation. These features facilitate the creation of customized, high quality high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) video channels for enterprise video projects.
WEGENER's new iPump 562 media server is part of WEGENER's end-to-end control and playout solution that provides a cost-effective approach to supporting any multi-site enterprise video project with high levels of customization per television screen. The complete solution includes WEGENER's iPump Media Servers, IP-based peripheral decoders and Compel(R) network control system for live or file-based broadcasting.
With Compel, unique programming content can be targeted to reach individual retail stores, departments, schools, or hospitals, and can be rapidly updated by central network operators. Employees at display locations do not have to manage or interact with the media servers because all functions and upgrades are scheduled and managed remotely from the Compel network control system at the central operations center. WEGENER iPump video decoders are optimized for high quality video and on-screen graphics, providing a superior viewing experience compared to PC solutions.
"Our new iPump 562 MPEG-4 HD-ready media servers are a powerful complement to our Compel network control system and build upon our years of experience with file-based broadcasting products and systems," said Ned L. Mountain, President and COO of WEGENER. "Together these products enable our customers to target specific messages to multiple retail and enterprise locations. The iPump 562 expands the iPump product line to target enterprise and digital signage solutions where cost is a major factor. This new product utilizes the bandwidth savings from DVB-S2 and MPEG-4 to expand the range of applications where satellite networks can be profitably employed.
ABOUT WEGENER
WEGENER(R) (Wegener Communications, Inc.), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wegener Corporation (NASDAQ:WGNR), is an international provider of digital solutions for video, audio, and IP data networks. Applications include IP data delivery, broadcast television, cable television, radio networks, business television, distance education, business music and financial information distribution. Compel(R), WEGENER's patented network control system, provides networks with unparalleled ability to regionalize programming and commercials. Compel(R) network control capability is integrated into WEGENER(R) digital satellite receivers. WEGENER(R) can be reached at +1.770.814.4000 or on the World Wide Web at www.wegener.com.
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